Sesame Seared Tuna with Chilli and Soy Dressing

Elevate your dinner table with the vibrant flavors of Sesame Seared Tuna with Chilli and Soy Dressing, a sophisticated yet quick recipe perfect for seafood lovers. Fresh tuna steaks are encrusted in a crisp, golden crust of white and black sesame seeds, then seared to perfection to maintain their tender, rare centers. The dish is finished with a zesty, umami-packed dressing made from soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and fresh red chilli, adding a harmonious balance of heat and tang. With just 15 minutes of prep and 5 minutes of cooking time, this elegant dish is as easy as it is impressive. Serve it with a sprinkle of fresh coriander and sliced spring onion for a stunning plate that delivers bold, restaurant-quality flavors at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (approx. 150g each) Fresh tuna steaks
• 3 tablespoons White sesame seeds
• 3 tablespoons Black sesame seeds
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 finely chopped Red chilli
• 1 clove, minced Garlic
• 1 tablespoon, chopped Fresh coriander leaves
• 1 thinly sliced Spring onion

Directions

Step 1

Place the white and black sesame seeds on a large plate and mix them together with the salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Pat the tuna steaks dry with a paper towel, then press them firmly into the sesame seed mixture to coat both sides evenly.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Step 4

Sear the tuna steaks for 1-2 minutes on each side, ensuring that the sesame seeds are golden but the inside remains rare or cooked to your preferred doneness.

Step 5

Remove the tuna from the skillet and let it rest for a couple of minutes before slicing thinly.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, lime juice, honey, red chilli, garlic, and chopped coriander to make the dressing.

Step 7

Arrange the sliced tuna on plates and drizzle the dressing over the top.

Step 8

Garnish with additional coriander leaves and sliced spring onion before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(496.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1034.3

Total Fat 68.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g
Cholesterol 114mg	0%
Sodium 3036.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 27.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g	0%
Total Sugars 7.2g
Protein 84.7g	0%

Vitamin D 681IU	0%
Calcium 596.8mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 2000.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.8%

Protein: 32.0%

Carbs: 10.2%